Smoking rules in Bunkyo 文京区
Each ward sets its own rules for smoking outside. Here is what the official texts say, with the date we last checked them.
Indicative information: the official rule prevails.
In short
Can I smoke on the street in Bunkyo?
Whole ward: Smoking on the street is banned. No fine. Heated tobacco included. Smoke only in designated smoking areas.
Whole ward
Smoking on the street is banned. No fine. Heated tobacco included.
In force since July 1, 2020.
Official text, checked October 21, 2026:
令和2年7月1日から、文京区内全域の屋外の公共の場所での喫煙を禁止としております。
Official text (www.city.bunkyo.lg.jp)